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Surgery for Alzheimer's shows promise in Hong Kong trials

A surgical procedure aimed at treating Alzheimer's disease, which involves draining an abnormal build-up of proteins in the brain, is being tested in clinical trials in Hong Kong. This operation was previously pioneered in mainland China but was banned due to safety and effectiveness concerns. Researchers at The Chinese University of Hong Kong are now conducting trials under strict scientific controls, with early results showing significant improvements in patients' basic skills and cognitive function. AI

IMPACT Potential new treatment avenue for Alzheimer's disease, offering hope for improved patient outcomes and quality of life.

RANK_REASON Clinical trial for a novel surgical procedure for Alzheimer's disease. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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Surgery for Alzheimer's shows promise in Hong Kong trials

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Emily Hung ·

    ‘A completely new person’: can surgery help Alzheimer’s patients regain basic skills?

    A surgical procedure for Alzheimer’s disease being tested in Hong Kong has the potential to improve patients’ ability to take care of their basic needs such as getting dressed and remaining socially engaged. The ongoing clinical trial, launched by researchers at the Chinese Unive…